Clithero Lake Dam
Clithero Lake Dam is an earth dam located in Pike County, Missouri, built in 1977. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Clithero Lake Dam
The primary purpose of Clithero Lake Dam is irrigation. The dam stores and diverts water for agricultural irrigation, supporting farming operations in the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Louis B Clithero (private). It impounds the Tr-shady Creek near New Hartford.
The dam stands 20 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 8 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 86 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 55 square miles. Completed in 1977, the structure is 49 years old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Missouri |
| County | Pike |
| Nearest City | New Hartford |
| River/Stream | Tr-shady Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.22611, -91.40833 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 55 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner | LOUIS B CLITHERO |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MO11449 |
| Federal ID | MO11449 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |